• Shantytown Heritage Park - Discover the Authentic West Coast: Gold, Timber, Steam & Grit – All in One Visit!

Immerse yourself in a 19th-century West Coast pioneer town, enjoy a ride on a heritage train, and try your hand at panning for real gold in just 90 minutes.

This is not a polished theme park. Explore the genuine narrative of environmental destruction, resource extraction, adaptation, and regeneration that has shaped the West Coast. Encounter New Zealand’s ‘Pioneers by Nature’ – inventive, slightly eccentric, and persistently determined!

• Princess Theatre Viewing
• 2 x Gold Panning Experiences
• Tea and coffee
• Sluice Cannon Demonstration
• Heritage Train Ride

• Old Time Photos

This exclusive couples pass provides an unforgettable adventure with gold panning, warm beverages, and a complimentary Shantytown Souvenir Guide. Experience the thrill of gold searching while enjoying each other’s company. Ideal for a distinctive date, this pass allows you to create lasting memories in an engaging, interactive environment. Enrich your experience with the included souvenir guide that brings Shantytown to life.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.